HUMOROUS POEMS

SEARCHING FOR A PET MINDER
Edel Wignell

A poem for five voices

'We're going on holidays, and I'm looking for someone
Who'll mind a special pet while we're away.'
'Miffy, my kitten, will be glad of a mate –
She loves to tumble and run and play.
Show me the photo... No! Oh no!'

'We're going on holidays and I need a minder
Who's gentle and kind and will look after my pet.'
'I'll do it. Rover, my puppy is friendly –
He's loved every puppy and dog that he's met.
Show me the photo… No! Oh no!'

'We're going on holidays and I need a kind friend
To look after my pet – he doesn't eat much.'
'Rory, my rabbit, would like a new friend
To romp and chase and sleep in his hutch.
Show me the photo…No! Oh no!'

'Hi, Grandpa! We're going on holidays,
Will you look after my pet for me?'
'I've seen your pet - the best pet yet!
He'll wind round my body and curve on my knee!
'I'd love to – a python is the perfect pet.